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**pepperberry farm** · 09-18-2018, 03:21 AM

Originally posted by ChrisPlatt

Two old Kodak aluminum 35mm film canisters, yellow with red lids.

I'll keep one at home and one in my locker at work.
Each will hold enough quarters for one round trip to work
via public transportation, in case my old car breaks down.

Chris

one of these?

**WPRESTO** · 09-18-2018, 03:28 AM - **1 Like**

Those little screw-top film canisters were once the subject of a photo-mag article on "50 ways to re-use" or something of the sort, cannot remember the exact number of things that could be stored in them or how they could be converted to Christmas ornaments or rattling toys or mobile danglies, etc.

**ivanvernon** · 09-18-2018, 04:24 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

one of these?

Ha, ha. Film canisters are quite versatile. I have four of them strapped with black electrical tape to my MZ-S camera neck strap to store film; also formerly used them to store quarters for handy street meter parking in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, where I used to teach at Cleveland State University.

**Canada_Rockies** · 09-18-2018, 07:57 AM

Originally posted by ivanvernon

Ha, ha. Film canisters are quite versatile. I have four of them strapped with black electrical tape to my MZ-S camera neck strap to store film; also formerly used them to store quarters for handy street meter parking in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, where I used to teach at Cleveland State University.

In the same idea of reusing, I use contact lens containers as pill bottles that fit in my watch pocket. I get one with every purchase of contact lenses.

**ChrisPlatt** · 09-18-2018, 02:48 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ivanvernon

Ha, ha. Film canisters are quite versatile....also formerly used them to store quarters for handy street meter parking
in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, where I used to teach at Cleveland State University.

When I attended Queens College I drove, and did the same.

Some of my contemporaries used them to store other substances...

Chris

**ChrisPlatt** · 09-18-2018, 04:34 PM - **2 Likes**

Walz Wide camera

Chris

**Cerebum** · 09-19-2018, 01:45 AM

Mifsuds are brilliant. I just st got a brand new Kenko pl fader for under £20, postage included. Time for some long exposures

**aslyfox** · 09-19-2018, 05:38 AM - **3 Likes**

well I was warned:

Originally posted by IgorZ

The problem with the limiteds is that there is no such thing as only one. Once you have one, you will want the other two

the limiteds do they live up to the reputation and why - Page 16 - PentaxForums.com

since then I have acquired like new " experienced " limiteds:

SMC Pentax-DA 21mm F3.2 Limited

SMC Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited

SMC Pentax-DA 40mm F2.8 Limited

and now a like new " experienced " SMC Pentax-DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited is on the way

Gareth.Ig · 09-19-2018, 07:41 AM - **1 Like**

I picked up a K2, M50mm 1.4, Tamron BBAR 28-80, and vivitar 75-200. The K2 is in desperate need of a CLA, trying to decide if I send it to Eric or resell it. I was really after the 1.4, but I'd like to have a second film camera to load it with a different film speed.

IgorZ · 09-19-2018, 08:58 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by aslyfox

well I was warned:

the limiteds do they live up to the reputation and why - Page 16 - PentaxForums.com

since then I have acquired like new " experienced " limiteds:

SMC Pentax-DA 21mm F3.2 Limited

SMC Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited

SMC Pentax-DA 40mm F2.8 Limited

and now a like new " experienced " SMC Pentax-DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited is on the way

Congratulations! But I can't help but notice that you seem to be staying away from the FA limiteds... You can't offend them like that. I think you should explore the magic numbers 31-43-77

bertwert · 09-19-2018, 09:08 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by aslyfox

well I was warned:

the limiteds do they live up to the reputation and why - Page 16 - PentaxForums.com

since then I have acquired like new " experienced " limiteds:

SMC Pentax-DA 21mm F3.2 Limited

SMC Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited

SMC Pentax-DA 40mm F2.8 Limited

and now a like new " experienced " SMC Pentax-DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited is on the way

So you need the 70 Ltd now...?

**aslyfox** · 09-19-2018, 09:56 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by IgorZ

Congratulations! But I can't help but notice that you seem to be staying away from the FA limiteds... You can't offend them like that. I think you should explore the magic numbers 31-43-77

Originally posted by bertwert

So you need the 70 Ltd now...?

trouble makers you are

do you coordinate your actions?

**RKKS08** · 09-19-2018, 11:54 AM

An auto extension tube set (13/21/31mm) with PK-A/R mount for the equivalent of <$25.
Noname, but marked "Japan".

I own an auto set (also 13/21/31) without the A contacts, and a non-auto set with other lengths.
But I was looking for a PK/A combo since I bought my Super A in 1985.
I just don't use extensions often enough to justify the price tag with which these usually are offered.

.

**aslyfox** · 09-19-2018, 01:20 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by bertwert

So you need the 70 Ltd now...?

Originally posted by IgorZ

Congratulations! But I can't help but notice that you seem to be staying away from the FA limiteds... You can't offend them like that. I think you should explore the magic numbers 31-43-77

a classical dilemma -

HAMLET
" DA 70 limited, or FA 77 limited? That is the question—"

DA 70mm vs FA 77mm Limited Review - Comparison: Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

" the deciding factor is end user preference. If you want a more compact lens, the DA 70mm is for you. If sharpness and a fast lens is your goal, the FA 77mm is for you. Each lens has unique attributes that will ultimately be the determine factor of your selection. Also keep in mind that the FA 77mm is a full-frame lens, so you will be able to use it on film cameras as well as that future Pentax full-frame.

If we had to pick one lens over the other, we'd go for the FA 77mm, just in case that Pentax full-frame comes out faster than expected! It's faster aperture and backwards-compatibility thanks to its aperture right is also an added bonus. "

Read more at: https://www.pentaxforums.com/reviews/da-70mm-vs-fa-77mm-limited-comparison/c...#ixzz5Ra62xPlc

IgorZ · 09-19-2018, 01:28 PM

Originally posted by aslyfox

a classical dilemma -

HAMLET
" DA 70 limited, or FA 77 limited? That is the question—"

DA 70mm vs FA 77mm Limited Review - Comparison: Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

" the deciding factor is end user preference. If you want a more compact lens, the DA 70mm is for you. If sharpness and a fast lens is your goal, the FA 77mm is for you. Each lens has unique attributes that will ultimately be the determine factor of your selection. Also keep in mind that the FA 77mm is a full-frame lens, so you will be able to use it on film cameras as well as that future Pentax full-frame.

If we had to pick one lens over the other, we'd go for the FA 77mm, just in case that Pentax full-frame comes out faster than expected! It's faster aperture and backwards-compatibility thanks to its aperture right is also an added bonus. "

Read more at: DA 70mm vs FA 77mm Limited Review - Conclusion | PentaxForums.com Reviews

I don't have the DA, but I do have the FA... It is a lens that keeps surprising me. When I first got it I was expecting so much that I was disappointed (I know, blasphemy). But it has the ability to make everyday images special without having in-your-face characteristics like some legacy lenses (e.g. Trioplan). More often then not my kit is the 43, the 77, and Mamiya RB67

09-19-2018, 05:38 AM - 3 Likes	#13883
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	well I was warned: Originally posted by IgorZ The problem with the limiteds is that there is no such thing as only one. Once you have one, you will want the other two the limiteds do they live up to the reputation and why - Page 16 - PentaxForums.com since then I have acquired like new " experienced " limiteds: SMC Pentax-DA 21mm F3.2 Limited SMC Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited SMC Pentax-DA 40mm F2.8 Limited and now a like new " experienced " SMC Pentax-DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited is on the way Last edited by aslyfox; 09-19-2018 at 05:44 AM.

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09-18-2018, 03:21 AM	#13876
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,636	Originally posted by ChrisPlatt Two old Kodak aluminum 35mm film canisters, yellow with red lids. I'll keep one at home and one in my locker at work. Each will hold enough quarters for one round trip to work via public transportation, in case my old car breaks down. Chris one of these?

09-18-2018, 03:28 AM - 1 Like	#13877
WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,093	Those little screw-top film canisters were once the subject of a photo-mag article on "50 ways to re-use" or something of the sort, cannot remember the exact number of things that could be stored in them or how they could be converted to Christmas ornaments or rattling toys or mobile danglies, etc.

09-18-2018, 04:24 AM - 1 Like	#13878
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by pepperberry farm one of these? Ha, ha. Film canisters are quite versatile. I have four of them strapped with black electrical tape to my MZ-S camera neck strap to store film; also formerly used them to store quarters for handy street meter parking in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, where I used to teach at Cleveland State University.

09-18-2018, 07:57 AM	#13879
Canada_Rockies Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sparwood, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,385	Originally posted by ivanvernon Ha, ha. Film canisters are quite versatile. I have four of them strapped with black electrical tape to my MZ-S camera neck strap to store film; also formerly used them to store quarters for handy street meter parking in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, where I used to teach at Cleveland State University. In the same idea of reusing, I use contact lens containers as pill bottles that fit in my watch pocket. I get one with every purchase of contact lenses.

09-18-2018, 02:48 PM - 1 Like	#13880
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,692	Originally posted by ivanvernon Ha, ha. Film canisters are quite versatile....also formerly used them to store quarters for handy street meter parking in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, where I used to teach at Cleveland State University. When I attended Queens College I drove, and did the same. Some of my contemporaries used them to store other substances... Chris

09-18-2018, 04:34 PM - 2 Likes	#13881
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,692	Walz Wide camera Chris

09-19-2018, 01:45 AM	#13882
Cerebum Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lancaster Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,828	Mifsuds are brilliant. I just st got a brand new Kenko pl fader for under £20, postage included. Time for some long exposures

09-19-2018, 07:41 AM - 1 Like	#13884
Gareth.Ig Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Cochrane, AB Photos: Gallery Posts: 508	I picked up a K2, M50mm 1.4, Tamron BBAR 28-80, and vivitar 75-200. The K2 is in desperate need of a CLA, trying to decide if I send it to Eric or resell it. I was really after the 1.4, but I'd like to have a second film camera to load it with a different film speed.

09-19-2018, 08:58 AM - 1 Like	#13885
IgorZ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ottawa Posts: 1,735	Originally posted by aslyfox well I was warned: the limiteds do they live up to the reputation and why - Page 16 - PentaxForums.com since then I have acquired like new " experienced " limiteds: SMC Pentax-DA 21mm F3.2 Limited SMC Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited SMC Pentax-DA 40mm F2.8 Limited and now a like new " experienced " SMC Pentax-DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited is on the way Congratulations! But I can't help but notice that you seem to be staying away from the FA limiteds... You can't offend them like that. I think you should explore the magic numbers 31-43-77

09-19-2018, 09:08 AM - 1 Like	#13886
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by aslyfox well I was warned: the limiteds do they live up to the reputation and why - Page 16 - PentaxForums.com since then I have acquired like new " experienced " limiteds: SMC Pentax-DA 21mm F3.2 Limited SMC Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited SMC Pentax-DA 40mm F2.8 Limited and now a like new " experienced " SMC Pentax-DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited is on the way So you need the 70 Ltd now...?

09-19-2018, 09:56 AM - 2 Likes	#13887
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by IgorZ Congratulations! But I can't help but notice that you seem to be staying away from the FA limiteds... You can't offend them like that. I think you should explore the magic numbers 31-43-77 Originally posted by bertwert So you need the 70 Ltd now...? trouble makers you are do you coordinate your actions?

09-19-2018, 11:54 AM	#13888
RKKS08 Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Frankfurt am Main Posts: 1,241	An auto extension tube set (13/21/31mm) with PK-A/R mount for the equivalent of <$25. Noname, but marked "Japan". I own an auto set (also 13/21/31) without the A contacts, and a non-auto set with other lengths. But I was looking for a PK/A combo since I bought my Super A in 1985. I just don't use extensions often enough to justify the price tag with which these usually are offered. .

09-19-2018, 01:20 PM - 1 Like	#13889
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by bertwert So you need the 70 Ltd now...? Originally posted by IgorZ Congratulations! But I can't help but notice that you seem to be staying away from the FA limiteds... You can't offend them like that. I think you should explore the magic numbers 31-43-77 a classical dilemma - HAMLET " DA 70 limited, or FA 77 limited? That is the question—" DA 70mm vs FA 77mm Limited Review - Comparison: Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews " the deciding factor is end user preference. If you want a more compact lens, the DA 70mm is for you. If sharpness and a fast lens is your goal, the FA 77mm is for you. Each lens has unique attributes that will ultimately be the determine factor of your selection. Also keep in mind that the FA 77mm is a full-frame lens, so you will be able to use it on film cameras as well as that future Pentax full-frame. If we had to pick one lens over the other, we'd go for the FA 77mm, just in case that Pentax full-frame comes out faster than expected! It's faster aperture and backwards-compatibility thanks to its aperture right is also an added bonus. " Read more at: https://www.pentaxforums.com/reviews/da-70mm-vs-fa-77mm-limited-comparison/c...#ixzz5Ra62xPlc

09-19-2018, 01:28 PM	#13890
IgorZ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ottawa Posts: 1,735	Originally posted by aslyfox a classical dilemma - HAMLET " DA 70 limited, or FA 77 limited? That is the question—" DA 70mm vs FA 77mm Limited Review - Comparison: Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews " the deciding factor is end user preference. If you want a more compact lens, the DA 70mm is for you. If sharpness and a fast lens is your goal, the FA 77mm is for you. Each lens has unique attributes that will ultimately be the determine factor of your selection. Also keep in mind that the FA 77mm is a full-frame lens, so you will be able to use it on film cameras as well as that future Pentax full-frame. If we had to pick one lens over the other, we'd go for the FA 77mm, just in case that Pentax full-frame comes out faster than expected! It's faster aperture and backwards-compatibility thanks to its aperture right is also an added bonus. " Read more at: DA 70mm vs FA 77mm Limited Review - Conclusion \| PentaxForums.com Reviews I don't have the DA, but I do have the FA... It is a lens that keeps surprising me. When I first got it I was expecting so much that I was disappointed (I know, blasphemy). But it has the ability to make everyday images special without having in-your-face characteristics like some legacy lenses (e.g. Trioplan). More often then not my kit is the 43, the 77, and Mamiya RB67

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